Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advancements in electronic educational technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are generally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that learning technology organizations are considering now that online learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online? What strategies are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing desire to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these interesting new open education ventures. Educators want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. To satisfy this need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational resource issues. This inspiring new book also discusses the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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